What Size Socket is Needed to Tighten Trailer Hitch Ball # 19286

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What size socket is needed for this 1-7/8inch nut?

asked by: Rocky

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You will need a 1-7/8 inch deep well socket for the 1-7/8 inch nut on ball # 19286. To install the ball you can use a bench vise to hold it while torquing down the nut or if a vise is not available you can put the ball mount in the hitch so the ball is facing to the side instead of up.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

You will need to use a cheater bar on the end of the wrench to get enough leverage to loosen the nut on the ball on ball mount #C45036. Chances are the crescent wrench has a wide and flat handle so you will likely need to go to a hardware store to…

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Answer 2

Yes, there are many 2-5/16 inch hitch balls that have a shank with a 1 inch or 1-1/4 inch diameter. The most popular is #19286. This one has a 1-1/4 inch diameter shank. It is rated for 12,000 pounds. I have included a link below to our 2-5/16 inch…

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Answer 3

According to the installation instructions, the torque specification for the 2-5/16" ball that comes with the Blue Ox 2-Point Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - 6-Hole Shank - 10K GTW, 1.2K TW item #BLU75FR is 260 ft lbs. The socket you will…

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Answer 4

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 5

For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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Answer 6

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 7

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 8

Thanks for reaching out, Scott! The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit #BLU74FR on our site is actually the same thing as the Blue Ox part number BX2418 and I like that removable pin style much more than the etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit #e98945 with the fixed…

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Answer 9

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 10

If you are considering Timbrens like the #TDR1500DQ and the SumoSprings like the #SSR-307-47 for your 2022 Ram 1500 4x4, I recommend the SumoSprings #SSR-307-47. The SumoSprings will offer the same quality as the Timbrens in terms of suspension…

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Answer 11

Hi Jeremy; that's a good question and you'll actually need to go ahead and re-do the set up of your weight distribution system after adding the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System #TDR1500DS to your 2019 Ram 1500. So it wouldn't…

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Answer 12

The L-brackets of the Reese weight distribution system #RE44FR need to install between 24.5 and 27.5 inches from the hitch ball center. I attached a picture that I took from the instructions that shows this. The range gives you a bit of flexibility…

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